The Essence of Computer Graphics

by Peter Cooley

The Essence of Computer Graphics An accessible introduction to fundamental topics in 2D and 3D computer graphics. Topics covered 2D coordinate geometry; data structures; vector graphics; pixel mapped graphics; curves; hidden surfaces; and realistic images. Full description

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First published September 1, 2000

About the author

Peter Cooley (b. 1940) is an acclaimed American poet and a professor at Tulane University in New Orleans. Cooley received his undergraduate education at Shimer College, where he enrolled via the school's early entrance to college program and graduated in 1962. His graduate education he acquired at the University of Chicago and the University of Iowa, where he also attended the famous Iowa Writers' Workshop. As of 2012, Cooley has published nine volumes of poetry. (from Shimer College Wiki)